In this week’s Thursday Therapy EP Sports Therapist Becky talks about the lower leg  and in particular achilles and calf muscle pain…..

‘In the past few weeks a few clients have been suffering from achilles or calf pain, often people see these problems as two seperare issues but as you can see in the picture the thick band of tissue that is the achilles tendon feeds into your calf in one fluid structure.

This can mean that if you’re suffering from achilles pain the problem can often come from your calf muscle. It’s important to maintain good flexibility in your calf muscles as they are recruited during running, jumping and walking. If these muscles are tight it has a knock on effect and puts more strain on your achilles. A great way to reduce inflammation and release tension is to fill an empty bottle (a water bottle or squash bottle will do) with water, put it in the freezer untill all the water has frozen then use as a foam roller!

Other causes of achilles pain can include;
– Change of footwear
– A sudden increase in activity, particularly road running
-Imbalances in your foot

These issues can all be easily resolved with the help of rehabilitation and massage, if you’re suffering from achilles or calf pain and would like to know more email me at energisedbecky@gmail.com’

Head Coach Kim is offering a Run Strong & Pain Free Workshop at Sweaty Betty, Bristol on Tuesday (10th) , ideal for anyone with Spring running races coming up or starting to train for events later in the year.

To tie in with the workshop both Becky and EP Sports Massage Therapist Gail will be offering 20% off of treatments on Wednesday 11th March – the day after the workshop.

Book yours now to take advantage of this offer……

Gail is available 10am – 2pm & Becky is available  5pm – 8pm

Contact Gail on 07818 404426 or energisedgail@gmail.com

Contact Becky at energisedbecky@gmail.com